$A$ point moves in the $xy$-plane according to the following equations: $x = a \sin \omega t$ and $y = a(1 - \cos \omega t)$, where $a$ and $\omega$ are positive constants. Find the angle between the point's velocity and acceleration vectors.

  • A
    $\frac{\pi}{2}$
  • B
    $\frac{\pi}{3}$
  • C
    $\pi$
  • D
    $2\pi$

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